Martha Correia

The Cumberland Library Fund, Inc., operating as the Cumberland Public Library, is a community-focused library housed in a historic former monastery. The non-profit company is based in Cumberland, RI. It offers a broad range of services and resources for all ages, including collections of books, ebooks, audiobooks, and digital media, as well as interactive programs such as summer reading, art classes, and chess for kids. The library provides specialized offerings like the children's library of things, featuring educational and STEM toys, and a parents' online resources page with curated links on child safety, education, health, and social issues. Patrons have access to free public computers, internet, printing services, and wifi, as well as reservable study rooms and interlibrary loan services. Additional amenities include museum pass checkouts, meeting room reservations, passport and notary services, and homebound delivery. The library emphasizes intellectual freedom and access, adhering to policies aligned with the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights, and maintains community engagement through newsletters, events, volunteer opportunities, and educational support.